outie

Protruding belly button

An outie is a navel that protrudes slightly rather than forming an inward depression—the opposite of an innie.

The distinction is a minor anatomical variation with no medical significance, though children often compare: Are you an innie or an outie?

navel

bellybutton

Cord attachment remnant

tummy · abdomen · midriff · stomach · torso · midsection · protruding · convex · newborn · umbilical cord

protrusion

bulge

Outward curved projection

knob · button · nub · convexity · raised · prominent · protruding

rarity

uncommon

Seldom occurring or found

minority · atypical · distinctive · unique

Categories
Opposites
navel anatomy

outieinnie

Concave navel type

innies

Phrases
Family

outside, out, outfit, outer, outline, outing, outcome, output, outcast

Familiarity
Top 200,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G